The U.S. Department of Education Office of Vocational and Adult Education is currently accepting applications for the FY2003 federal Community Technology Centers (CTC) program. The purpose of the program is to help create and expand information technology access and training points for disadvantaged residents of economically distressed urban and rural communities. There are two grants streams for FY2003: this current round, for which approximately $24,318,750 in funds are available, and an additional "novice" competition for first time CTC applicants later this year for which $8,106,250 will be made avilable. Unlike previous funding rounds, the priority for awards towards new centers will focus on improving the academic performance of low-achieving high school students. Applications are due July 7, 2003, and will only be accepted using the Department's electronic e-Application system. For more information, visit the federal Community Technology Centers home. Additional resources are available from CTCnet.